SUMMER DANCE WORKSHOP: Dancing Words of Love
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesWithout gestures and actions, it is challenging to love well. Come explore the movements and gestures that might define a whole new personal sacred place where you can dwell with […]
DISCERNMENT IN DAILY LIFE- SOLD OUT
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesDiscernment is an essential theme in the spiritual life. As we progress through our life, we constantly need to make practical decisions within the context of our values. These values […]
PILARES INDISPENSABLES PARA QUE TU MATRIMONIO (en espanol)
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesEl libro el Cantar de los Cantares en su capítulo 2 dice "Mi Amado es para mí, y yo para mi Amado". El retiro está basado en esta premisa de […]
DANTE: Spiritual Theologian and Guide
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesThe Divine Comedy is simultaneously one of the greatest poems ever written as well as one of the most profound presentations of the spiritual life, containing a well-developed and robust spiritual theology. Using […]
HEALING OUR WOUNDS: Forgiveness in the Spiritual Life
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesWe give them, we suffer them, and our bodies hold on to them for years: Wounds. We can imprison ourselves in them and wither emotionally for far too long without […]
DESERT WISDOM ON THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY—ALSO AVAILABLE VIA ZOOM
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesThe practical and contemplative wisdom of the Fathers and Mothers of the Desert is part of the spiritual heritage of all Christians. In this workshop we will focus on their […]
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesOur retreat for survivors of suicide loss welcomes anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. In our time together, we will celebrate the lives of those we have […]
GUERRA ESPIRITUAL (en espanol)
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesEn este retiro exploraremos el tema de la guerra espiritual y la importancia de la oración, no sólo para combatir el mal, sino como medio ordinario de nuestra santificación. Presentador: […]
“GOD GIVES THE LONELY A HOME TO LIVE IN”: Psalm 68:6
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesLoneliness is a universal human experience. Everyone feels it some of the time. Too many experience it most of the time. Noreena Hertz remarks that the twenty-first century, is the […]
AUTUMN ARTISTS’ RETREAT
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesThis retreat is open to artists at all levels including beginners. Photographers, sculptors, and writers are also welcome to come and experience the colors and beauty of the high desert […]
RECIPES OF SAINT ANDREW’S ABBEY: A Cooking Retreat/Workshop
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesCome and spend a week of learning and fun in the monastery kitchen. This year, be among the first to try out favorite recipes submitted by our monks! No prior […]
PRIESTS’ RETREAT: Thriving in the Call of God
Saint Andrew's Abbey 31001 N. Valyermo Road, Valyermo, CA, United StatesThese days together will explore those elements of our spiritual and ministerial life that bring deep fulfillment and soul satisfaction: prayer, mindfulness, personal presence to others, joy in the celebration […]
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Ceramics
Our ceramics represent a tradition of Beneditine craftsmanship, and help support the community of Saint Andrew’s Abbey.